Effra Social
Main info
£11 - £25
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British
89 Effra Rd, London
Opening hours
12PM-1AM
- Sunday 12PM-11PM
- Monday 12PM-11PM
- Tuesday 12PM-11PM
- Wednesday 12PM-11PM
- Thursday 12PM-12AM
- Friday 12PM-1AM
- Saturday 12PM-1AM
Thriving Vibes and Incredible Staff Service
Ah, the whimsical charms of Effra Social in Brixton—a place where culinary encounters meet spirited relaxation. Picture this: an exuberantly refurbished conservative club enveloped in charming quirks and quintessential British flair. I turned up one sunlit afternoon, compelled by whispers of Korean chicken bites and an al fresco beer garden that offers both joyful allure and a blissful asylum away from London's hustle. The vibe, as promised, was every bit buzzing at its parlor-like intensity; a crowd brimful of bona fide Brixtonians alongside cheerfully intrepid tourists crammed under multicoloured festival lights.The prices, admittedly, edge towards the higher side of indulgence, especially if you're catching pints during peak hours, but the service turns remarkably tender to the purse strings with offers like 50% off on special nights. With a lovely beer assortment splashed across invitingly friendly chalkboards, and beguiling small plates tempting the indecisive diner, Effra Social certainly held up against its famed sociability. All credit duly shared with their delightful army of staff who are, likely as not, possessed of the hair, fashions, and camaraderie that adds London's signature idiosyncratic hue to a night out. Concerning any grievance over wait times or noise—it's about far more than quelling life's fleeting frustrations; it's about fervently basking in communal exuberance. Dive headfirst or merely tiptoe into this melting pot; you're in for quite the jubilant racket. — Milo Tastemaker
How to get there
89 Effra Rd, London
London City Airport — 8.03 mi
Brixton - 849 yd